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Proceeding contribution from David Lidington (Conservative) in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 7 December 2010. It occurred during Debate on bill on European Union Bill.


European Union Bill

The Government have made it clear that we would not assent to a transfer of competence or powers during the lifetime of this Parliament. It follows, therefore, that we do not expect a referendum in the lifetime of this Parliament, but unforeseen events might arise. The Bill, once it becomes law, will be binding on this Government as well as on any future Administration, whatever circumstances might arise.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
520 c272 
Session
2010-12
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
EU law European Union Powers Referendums Parliamentary scrutiny Sovereignty Treaties Treaty of Lisbon
Legislation
European Union Bill 2010-12
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk